Under the theater licensing law repealed in 1843, what defined a "legitimate" drama?

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The playwright and director were required to be family members.Every performer in the play had to be male.The entire cast needed to be British citizens.The performance consisted entirely of spoken dialogue.None of the above.

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The term "legitimate" drama, as specified by the repealed 1843 theater licensing act, referred to plays performed entirely through spoken dialogue, distinguishing them from musical or mime performances.

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Under the theater licensing law repealed in 1843, what defined a "legitimate" drama?

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